Maintenance Project Engineer
Location: US, IA, Cedar Rapids
Department: Maintenance
Employment type: Full-time
Required experience: Associate
Required education: Bachelor's Degree
Industry: Food Production
Function: Engineering

Company profile:
Red Star Yeast Company LLC (RSYC), a leader in the Yeast Manufacturing Industry, is a joint venture between Lesaffre Yeast Corporation and ADM. Red Star Yeast is proud to operate a state of the art facility that opened its doors in 2005 in Cedar Rapids, IA as the largest fresh yeast manufacturing facility in North America. The Lesaffre Yeast Corporation has been providing quality yeast products since 1853 and is the world leader in yeast and yeast extracts with a presence in more than 40 countries worldwide.Red Star Yeast Company LLC’s success comes from strong values, passion for excellence in our yeast business, and partnership with its employees and customers.Dedication - Is the main ingredient of our past and future successes.Professional - Is who we are.Responsible - To our customers, fellow employees, families and communities.Pride - Is what we feel about our products, know-how and technology.Respect - Is what keeps us focused and united.

Job description:
Red Star Yeast Company LLC (RSYC), a leader in the Yeast Manufacturing Industry, is now accepting resumes for the Maintenance Engineer position at our Cedar Rapids, IA! RSYC is a joint venture between Lesaffre Yeast Corporation and ADM, and is proud to have a state of the art facility that opened its doors in 2005 as the largest fresh yeast manufacturing facility in North America. The Lesaffre Yeast Corporation has been providing quality yeast products since 1853 and is the world leader in yeast and yeast extracts with a presence in more than 30 countries worldwide. Primary Duties and Responsibilities:The Maintenance Engineer will provide direct support to the Maintenance Manager, Maintenance Department, and Production Departments through assistance in various facility capital and repair projects as well as the day-to-day tasks in the Maintenance Department. Knowledge of and experience in the facility will be obtained through internal or external training as well as the participation in or leadership of capital or repair projects. The ideal candidate will have 2 to 5 years experience in a similar position and a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Technologies or related program; as well as strong communication skills and a willingness to work internationally for the Lesaffre Yeast Corporation. Gain yeast manufacturing and maintenance knowledge and experience.Research, write, and publish Maintenance Department SOP’s, PM’s, Safety Programs, etc. and subsequently train the applicable personnel.Participate in, or lead, specific studies directed at continuous manufacturing improvement or maintenance improvement programs.Perform design work, conduct research, gather information, and conduct feasibility/economic studies of various plant projects.Prepare, maintain, and/or submit project documents including project justifications, engineering designs, specifications, cost estimations, schedules, required applications/permits, and Capital Expenditure Requests for capital projects as required.Meet with suppliers, vendors, and contractors as necessary for assigned projects.Assist in maintaining current versions of all departmental documentation, equipment manuals, drawings, electronic records, etc.Assist in maintaining CMMS and other department databases.Perform reliability studies to improve uptime of equipment.Assist the Maintenance Manager and Supervisors in troubleshooting plant maintenance issues as needed.Assist the Mechanical Supervisor, Electrical/Instrumentation Supervisor, Project Engineer, Process Control Engineer, and/or the Maintenance Planner in a variety of special needs or specific projects.Act as a liaison with Lesaffre International and other Lesaffre Group manufacturing facilities regarding maintenance related topics.

Requirements:
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Technologies, or related program.Experience: Two to five years of experience working in a similar position. Previous experience working in the food, beverage, or chemical manufacturing industries highly preferred.Mechanical aptitude and trouble-shooting skills.Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts. Advanced knowledge of mechanical engineering principles.Computer proficiency in CAD, Spreadsheet and email software required.Ability to read and develop technical reports and drawings.Ability to prioritize and organize tasks.Ability to work with limited supervision.Communication and “customer” service skills are required in relationships with coworkers, management, and other departments within the company.

Benefits:
Full-time, Salaried-Exempt PositionBonus Eligible401K with Company match and a Management Incentive ProgramEffective on first day of employment: Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee and Dependent Life Insurance, Long and Short Term Disability, and Paid Vacation and Sick Time.